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1 online resource (xv, 311 pages) : illustrations |
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polychrome |
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text file |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
Using a comparative, cross-national perspective, Global Aging: Comparative Perspectives on Aging and the Life Course explores the major topics in social gerontology worldwide and the demands that the aging population places on a society. This comprehensive and timely guide includes contributions from international gerontology scholars and illustrates both universal and socioculturally unique aspects of aging across nations. It is organized thematically for ease of use and includes an abundance of photographs and illustrations to highlight key points. Key features: Discussions on various nations' policies and programs designed to meet the unique needs of an older population; an essay on pension and income maintenance policies and programs; an analysis of the role of local and national governments, as well as non-governmental organizations, in serving older adults; case studies on specific aspects of aging: family life, caregiving, policies and politics, health and long-term care, and work and retirement; the most current demographic data on aging around the world. |
| Contents |
Our aging world -- The study of global aging -- The welfare state and global aging -- Demographic perspectives on an aging world -- Disability and active life expectancy -- Health and health care systems -- Long-term services and supports -- Work and retirement -- Families, caregiving, and community support systems -- Global aging and global leadership. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Older people.
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Older people. |
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Aging.
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Aging. |
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World health.
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World health. |
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Aged. |
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Cross-Cultural Comparison. |
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Internationality. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
Brown, J. Scott (James Scott), author.
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Whittington, Frank J., author.
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Chahal, Jasleen, author.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Global aging. New York : Springer Publishing Company, [2014] 9780826105462 (DLC) 2013040371 (OCoLC)861470628 |
| ISBN |
9781461957300 electronic book |
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1461957303 electronic book |
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1306405599 electronic book |
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9781306405591 electronic book |
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9780826105479 electronic book |
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0826105475 electronic book |
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9780826105462 |
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0826105467 |
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